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Laver Cup 2017: Rafael Nadal’s first practice in Prague [PHOTOS]

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Rafael Nadal arrived in Prague today and had his first practice on an innovative black court of 2017 Laver Cup. Here are a few photos.

Rafael Nadal of Spain gestures when entering the arena ahead of the Laver Cup on September 20, 2017 in Prague, Czech Republic. The Laver Cup consists of six European players competing against their counterparts from the rest of the World. Europe will be captained by Bjorn Borg and John McEnroe will captain the Rest of the World team. The event runs from 22-24 September. (Sept. 19, 2017 – Source: Clive Brunskill/Getty Images Europe)
Rafael Nadal of Spain in action during a training session ahead of the Laver Cup on September 20, 2017 in Prague, Czech Republic. The Laver Cup consists of six European players competing against their counterparts from the rest of the World. Europe will be captained by Bjorn Borg and John McEnroe will captain the Rest of the World team. The event runs from 22-24 September. (Sept. 19, 2017 – Source: Clive Brunskill/Getty Images Europe)
Rafael Nadal of Spain in action during a training session ahead of the Laver Cup on September 20, 2017 in Prague, Czech Republic. The Laver Cup consists of six European players competing against their counterparts from the rest of the World. Europe will be captained by Bjorn Borg and John McEnroe will captain the Rest of the World team. The event runs from 22-24 September. (Sept. 19, 2017 – Source: Clive Brunskill/Getty Images Europe)
Rafael Nadal of Spain gestures during a training session ahead of the Laver Cup on September 20, 2017 in Prague, Czech Republic. The Laver Cup consists of six European players competing against their counterparts from the rest of the World. Europe will be captained by Bjorn Borg and John McEnroe will captain the Rest of the World team. The event runs from 22-24 September. (Sept. 19, 2017 – Source: Clive Brunskill/Getty Images Europe)
Rafael Nadal of Spain in action during a training session ahead of the Laver Cup on September 20, 2017 in Prague, Czech Republic. The Laver Cup consists of six European players competing against their counterparts from the rest of the World. Europe will be captained by Bjorn Borg and John McEnroe will captain the Rest of the World team. The event runs from 22-24 September. (Sept. 19, 2017 – Source: Clive Brunskill/Getty Images Europe)
Rafael Nadal of Spain in action during a training session ahead of the Laver Cup on September 20, 2017 in Prague, Czech Republic. The Laver Cup consists of six European players competing against their counterparts from the rest of the World. Europe will be captained by Bjorn Borg and John McEnroe will captain the Rest of the World team. The event runs from 22-24 September. (Sept. 19, 2017 – Source: Clive Brunskill/Getty Images Europe)
Rafael Nadal of Spain in action during a training session ahead of the Laver Cup on September 20, 2017 in Prague, Czech Republic. The Laver Cup consists of six European players competing against their counterparts from the rest of the World. Europe will be captained by Bjorn Borg and John McEnroe will captain the Rest of the World team. The event runs from 22-24 September. (Sept. 19, 2017 – Source: Clive Brunskill/Getty Images Europe)
Roger Federer of Switzerland and Rafael Nadal of Spain cools down during a training session ahead of the Laver Cup on September 20, 2017 in Prague, Czech Republic. The Laver Cup consists of six European players competing against their counterparts from the rest of the World. Europe will be captained by Bjorn Borg and John McEnroe will captain the Rest of the World team. The event runs from 22-24 September. (Sept. 19, 2017 – Source: Clive Brunskill/Getty Images Europe)
Roger Federer of Switzerland and Rafael Nadal of Spain speaks during a training session ahead of the Laver Cup on September 20, 2017 in Prague, Czech Republic. The Laver Cup consists of six European players competing against their counterparts from the rest of the World. Europe will be captained by Bjorn Borg and John McEnroe will captain the Rest of the World team. The event runs from 22-24 September. (Sept. 19, 2017 – Source: Clive Brunskill/Getty Images Europe)
Rafael Nadal of Spain looks on during a training session ahead of the Laver Cup on September 20, 2017 in Prague, Czech Republic. The Laver Cup consists of six European players competing against their counterparts from the rest of the World. Europe will be captained by Bjorn Borg and John McEnroe will captain the Rest of the World team. The event runs from 22-24 September. (Sept. 19, 2017 – Source: Clive Brunskill/Getty Images Europe)
Rafael Nadal of Spain looks on during a training session ahead of the Laver Cup on September 20, 2017 in Prague, Czech Republic. The Laver Cup consists of six European players competing against their counterparts from the rest of the World. Europe will be captained by Bjorn Borg and John McEnroe will captain the Rest of the World team. The event runs from 22-24 September. (Sept. 19, 2017 – Source: Clive Brunskill/Getty Images Europe)
Rafael Nadal of Spain looks on during a training session ahead of the Laver Cup on September 20, 2017 in Prague, Czech Republic. The Laver Cup consists of six European players competing against their counterparts from the rest of the World. Europe will be captained by Bjorn Borg and John McEnroe will captain the Rest of the World team. The event runs from 22-24 September. (Sept. 19, 2017 – Source: Clive Brunskill/Getty Images Europe)
Rafael Nadal of Spain and Tomas Berdych of Czech Republic share a joke during a training session ahead of the Laver Cup on September 20, 2017 in Prague, Czech Republic. The Laver Cup consists of six European players competing against their counterparts from the rest of the World. Europe will be captained by Bjorn Borg and John McEnroe will captain the Rest of the World team. The event runs from 22-24 September. (Sept. 19, 2017 – Source: Clive Brunskill/Getty Images Europe)
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PHOTOS: Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer happy to play doubles at Laver Cup

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Rafael Nadal is in Prague, with the days counting down ahead of the first-ever Laver Cup.

Rafael Nadal of Spain looks on ahead of the Laver Cup on September 20, 2017 in Prague, Czech Republic. The Laver Cup consists of six European players competing against their counterparts from the rest of the World. Europe will be captained by Bjorn Borg and John McEnroe will captain the Rest of the World team. The event runs from 22-24 September. (Sept. 19, 2017 – Source: Clive Brunskill/Getty Images Europe)
(L to R) German tennis player Alexander Zverev, Swiss tennis player Roger Federer and Spanish tennis player Rafael Nadal greet the audience from the stage ahead of the tennis Laver Cup on September 20, 2017 in Prague, Czech Republic..European players compete against players from the rest of the World during the Laver Cup tournament that runs from from September 22-24. / AFP PHOTO / Michal Cizek
Rafael Nadal of Spain smiles during a photoshoot ahead of the Laver Cup on September 20, 2017 in Prague, Czech Republic. The Laver Cup consists of six European players competing against their counterparts from the rest of the World. Europe will be captained by Bjorn Borg and John McEnroe will captain the Rest of the World team. The event runs from 22-24 September. (Sept. 19, 2017 – Source: Julian Finney/Getty Images Europe)
Rafael Nadal of Spain and Dominic Thiem of Austria look on during a photoshoot ahead of the Laver Cup on September 20, 2017 in Prague, Czech Republic. The Laver Cup consists of six European players competing against their counterparts from the rest of the World. Europe will be captained by Bjorn Borg and John McEnroe will captain the Rest of the World team. The event runs from 22-24 September. (Sept. 19, 2017 – Source: Julian Finney/Getty Images Europe)
Dominic Thiem of Austria look on during a photoshoot ahead of the Laver Cup on September 20, 2017 in Prague, Czech Republic. The Laver Cup consists of six European players competing against their counterparts from the rest of the World. Europe will be captained by Bjorn Borg and John McEnroe will captain the Rest of the World team. The event runs from 22-24 September. (Sept. 19, 2017 – Source: Julian Finney/Getty Images Europe)
Rafael Nadal, Roger Federer and Bjorn Borg of Team Europe enjoy a joke during previews on September 20, 2017 in Prague, Czech Republic. (Sept. 19, 2017 – Source: Julian Finney/Getty Images Europe)
Alexander Zverev, Dominic Thiem and Tomas Berdych of Team Europe look on during previews on September 20, 2017 in Prague, Czech Republic. (Sept. 19, 2017 – Source: Julian Finney/Getty Images Europe)
Team Europe greet the fans ahead of the Laver Cup on September 20, 2017 in Prague, Czech Republic. The Laver Cup consists of six European players competing against their counterparts from the rest of the World. Europe will be captained by Bjorn Borg and John McEnroe will captain the Rest of the World team. The event runs from 22-24 September. (Sept. 19, 2017 – Source: Julian Finney/Getty Images Europe)
Team Europe greet the fans ahead of the Laver Cup on September 20, 2017 in Prague, Czech Republic. The Laver Cup consists of six European players competing against their counterparts from the rest of the World. Europe will be captained by Bjorn Borg and John McEnroe will captain the Rest of the World team. The event runs from 22-24 September. (Sept. 19, 2017 – Source: Julian Finney/Getty Images Europe)
Former Tennis player, Rod Laver waves to fans ahead of the Laver Cup on September 20, 2017 in Prague, Czech Republic. The Laver Cup consists of six European players competing against their counterparts from the rest of the World. Europe will be captained by Bjorn Borg and John McEnroe will captain the Rest of the World team. The event runs from 22-24 September. (Sept. 19, 2017 – Source: Julian Finney/Getty Images Europe)
Rafael Nadal of Spain speak to fans ahead of the Laver Cup on September 20, 2017 in Prague, Czech Republic. The Laver Cup consists of six European players competing against their counterparts from the rest of the World. Europe will be captained by Bjorn Borg and John McEnroe will captain the Rest of the World team. The event runs from 22-24 September. (Sept. 19, 2017 – Source: Julian Finney/Getty Images Europe)
A general view as Rod Laver and the two sides speak to the fans in the city centre ahead of the Laver Cup on September 20, 2017 in Prague, Czech Republic. The Laver Cup consists of six European players competing against their counterparts from the rest of the World. Europe will be captained by Bjorn Borg and John McEnroe will captain the Rest of the World team. The event runs from 22-24 September. (Sept. 19, 2017 – Source: Julian Finney/Getty Images Europe)
Team Europe take a selfie during a photoshoot ahead of the Laver Cup on September 20, 2017 in Prague, Czech Republic. The Laver Cup consists of six European players competing against their counterparts from the rest of the World. Europe will be captained by Bjorn Borg and John McEnroe will captain the Rest of the World team. The event runs from 22-24 September. (Sept. 19, 2017 – Source: Julian Finney/Getty Images Europe)
Thomas Berdych, Marin Cilic, Alexander Zverev, Rodger Ferderer, Thomas Enqvist, Bjorn Bjorg, Rafael Nadal and Dominic Thiem of Team Europe pose for a selfie during a photoshoot ahead of the Laver Cup on September 20, 2017 in Prague, Czech Republic. The Laver Cup consists of six European players competing against their counterparts from the rest of the World. Europe will be captained by Bjorn Borg and John McEnroe will captain the Rest of the World team. The event runs from 22-24 September. (Sept. 19, 2017 – Source: Clive Brunskill/Getty Images Europe)
Thomas Berdych, Marin Cilic, Alexander Zverev, Rodger Ferderer, Thomas Enqvist, Bjorn Bjorg, Rafael Nadal and Dominic Thiem of Team Europe pose for a selfie during a photoshoot ahead of the Laver Cup on September 20, 2017 in Prague, Czech Republic. The Laver Cup consists of six European players competing against their counterparts from the rest of the World. Europe will be captained by Bjorn Borg and John McEnroe will captain the Rest of the World team. The event runs from 22-24 September. (Sept. 19, 2017 – Source: Clive Brunskill/Getty Images Europe)
Marin Cilic of Croatia, Alexander Zverev of Germany, Roger Federer of Switzerland, Tomas Berdych of Czech Republic, Bjorn Borg of Sweden, Rafael Nadal of Spain and Dominic Thiem of Austria looks on during a photoshoot ahead of the Laver Cup on September 20, 2017 in Prague, Czech Republic. The Laver Cup consists of six European players competing against their counterparts from the rest of the World. Europe will be captained by Bjorn Borg and John McEnroe will captain the Rest of the World team. The event runs from 22-24 September. (Sept. 19, 2017 – Source: Julian Finney/Getty Images Europe)
Thomas Berdych, Marin Cilic, Alexander Zverev, Rodger Ferderer, Thomas Enqvist, Bjorn Bjorg, Rafael Nadal and Dominic Thiem of Team Europe pose for a selfie during a photoshoot ahead of the Laver Cup on September 20, 2017 in Prague, Czech Republic. The Laver Cup consists of six European players competing against their counterparts from the rest of the World. Europe will be captained by Bjorn Borg and John McEnroe will captain the Rest of the World team. The event runs from 22-24 September. (Sept. 19, 2017 – Source: Clive Brunskill/Getty Images Europe)
Team Europe pose for a photo during a photoshoot ahead of the Laver Cup on September 20, 2017 in Prague, Czech Republic. The Laver Cup consists of six European players competing against their counterparts from the rest of the World. Europe will be captained by Bjorn Borg and John McEnroe will captain the Rest of the World team. The event runs from 22-24 September. (Sept. 19, 2017 – Source: Julian Finney/Getty Images Europe)
(L-R) Marin Cilic, Alexander Zverev, Rodger federer, Bjorn Bjorg, Rafael Nadal, Dominic Thiem and Thomas Berdych pose for photos ahead of the Laver Cup on September 20, 2017 in Prague, Czech Republic. The Laver Cup consists of six European players competing against their counterparts from the rest of the World. Europe will be captained by Bjorn Borg and John McEnroe will captain the Rest of the World team. The event runs from 22-24 September. (Sept. 19, 2017 – Source: Clive Brunskill/Getty Images Europe)
(L-R) Marin Cilic, Alexander Zverev, Dominic Thiem, Rodger Federer, Rafael Nadal, Thomas Berdych, Thomas Enqvist, Bjorn Bjorg of Team Europe and Patrick McEnroe, John McEnroe, Sam Querry, Nick Kygrios, Denis Shapovalov, Francis Tiafoe, Jack Sock and John Isner of Team World pose for photos ahead of the Laver Cup on September 20, 2017 in Prague, Czech Republic. The Laver Cup consists of six European players competing against their counterparts from the rest of the World. Europe will be captained by Bjorn Borg and John McEnroe will captain the Rest of the World team. The event runs from 22-24 September. (Sept. 19, 2017 – Source: Clive Brunskill/Getty Images Europe)
(L-R) Marin Cilic, Alexander Zverev, Dominic Thiem, Rodger Federer, Rafael Nadal, Thomas Berdych, Thomas Enqvist, Bjorn Bjorg of Team Europe and Patrick McEnroe, John McEnroe, Sam Querry, Nick Kygrios, Denis Shapovalov, Francis Tiafoe, Jack Sock and John Isner of Team World pose for photos ahead of the Laver Cup on September 20, 2017 in Prague, Czech Republic. The Laver Cup consists of six European players competing against their counterparts from the rest of the World. Europe will be captained by Bjorn Borg and John McEnroe will captain the Rest of the World team. The event runs from 22-24 September. (Sept. 19, 2017 – Source: Julian Finney/Getty Images Europe)
Team Europe and Team World pose for a photo during a photoshoot ahead of the Laver Cup on September 20, 2017 in Prague, Czech Republic. The Laver Cup consists of six European players competing against their counterparts from the rest of the World. Europe will be captained by Bjorn Borg and John McEnroe will captain the Rest of the World team. The event runs from 22-24 September. (Sept. 19, 2017 – Source: Julian Finney/Getty Images Europe)
Dominic Thiem and Rafael Nadal of Team Europe look on during previews on September 20, 2017 in Prague, Czech Republic. (Sept. 19, 2017 – Source: Julian Finney/Getty Images Europe)
A general view as Rod Laver and the two sides speak to the fans in the city centre ahead of the Laver Cup on September 20, 2017 in Prague, Czech Republic. The Laver Cup consists of six European players competing against their counterparts from the rest of the World. Europe will be captained by Bjorn Borg and John McEnroe will captain the Rest of the World team. The event runs from 22-24 September. (Sept. 19, 2017 – Source: Julian Finney/Getty Images Europe)
Rafael Nadal of Spain, Bjorn Borg of Sweden and Roger Federer of Switzerland speaks during a press conference ahead of the Laver Cup on September 20, 2017 in Prague, Czech Republic. The Laver Cup consists of six European players competing against their counterparts from the rest of the World. Europe will be captained by Bjorn Borg and John McEnroe will captain the Rest of the World team. The event runs from 22-24 September. (Sept. 19, 2017 – Source: Clive Brunskill/Getty Images Europe)
Rafael Nadal of Spain, Bjorn Borg of Sweden and Roger Federer of Switzerland speaks during a press conference ahead of the Laver Cup on September 20, 2017 in Prague, Czech Republic. The Laver Cup consists of six European players competing against their counterparts from the rest of the World. Europe will be captained by Bjorn Borg and John McEnroe will captain the Rest of the World team. The event runs from 22-24 September. (Sept. 19, 2017 – Source: Clive Brunskill/Getty Images Europe)
(l-R) John Isner of United States, Nick Kyrgios of Australia, John McEnroe of United States, Rod Laver, Bjorn Borg of Sweden, Rafael Nadal of Spain and Roger Federer of Switzerland looks on during a press conference ahead of the Laver Cup on September 20, 2017 in Prague, Czech Republic. The Laver Cup consists of six European players competing against their counterparts from the rest of the World. Europe will be captained by Bjorn Borg and John McEnroe will captain the Rest of the World team. The event runs from 22-24 September. (Sept. 19, 2017 – Source: Clive Brunskill/Getty Images Europe)

The three-day competition kicks off Friday, pitting a team of the best six European players against the top six from the rest of the world, captained by tennis legends Bjorn Borg and John McEnroe. The tournament is to honor Rod Laver, an 11-time major champion who won two calendar-year Grand Slams. It will include three singles and one doubles match every day.

Rafa and Roger were clear about their choice of a possible partner. Roger said he “would love” to play with Rafa, while Rafa said “it would be amazing” to join Roger. Europe captain Bjorn Bjorg has yet to decide and were the pair to compete together it would unite two of the modern game’s greatest players.

Source: The Associated Press

Rafael Nadal’s MCY Campaign: See HOT Behind-The-Scenes Pics

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Photos from Rafael Nadal’s new campaign for Monte Carlo Yachts are all over Instagram. It sees our champ on his beautiful yacht Beethoven in Mallorca – see them all bellow.

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PHOTOS: Rafael Nadal and girlfriend Maria Francisca Perello shine at Cannes Yachting Festival

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The Cannes Yachting Festival has become, over the years, Europe’s largest floating boat show and one of the leading events in the world.Rafael Nadal and his girlfriend Maria Francisca Perello were there to visit the Monte Carlo Yachts stand in Cannes. Here are a few photos.

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Rafael Nadal comes back home after winning US Open

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Rafael Nadal was joined by his girlfriend Maria Francisca Perello, parents Ana Maria and Sebastian, sister Maria Isabel, coach Carlos Moya and the rest of team at the airport in Palma de Mallorca. Many fans and reporters were there just to see a 16-th time Grand Slam champion.

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PHOTOS: Rafael Nadal defeats Kevin Anderson to win US Open

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World number one Rafael Nadal has beaten Kevin Anderson 6-3, 6-3, 6-4 to win the 2017 US Open. It’s Rafa’s 3rd title in the event and his 16th major tournament triumph overall, which is astonishing.

Throughout the game, Rafa had seven aces and 23 unforced errors. He definitely showed he was the No. 1 ranked men’s tennis player in the world. He broke Anderson’s serve twice in the first set, the 7th and 9th games to win it 6-3. He continued in the same style in the next two sets – unstoppable. Our champ lost just 15 points on serve in the entire match, did not face a break point and won all 16 points he finished at the net. Wow!

It is a very special two weeks for me, but first I want to say congratulations to Kevin who has come back better than ever after some tough injuries. You are a great example to all the players on tour.

It’s just unbelievable what happened this year. After a couple of years with some troubles, injuries, sometimes playing not good – since the beginning of the season it has been very, very emotional. To close the Grand Slam year with a win in New York, brings me to a higher energy because the crowd is unbelievable here.

On Uncle Toni: I can’t thank him enough for all the things he did for me. Probably without him I would never be playing tennis and it’s great I had somebody like him pushing me all the time.

(via BBC)

Congratulations Rafa! 

Rafael Nadal of Spain and Kevin Anderson of South Africa pose before their Men’s Singles finals match on Day Fourteen of the 2017 US Open at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center on September 10, 2017 in the Flushing neighborhood of the Queens borough of New York City. (Sept. 9, 2017 – Source: Clive Brunskill/Getty Images North America)
Rafael Nadal of Spain enters the court before his Men’s Singles finals match against Kevin Anderson of South Africa on Day Fourteen of the 2017 US Open at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center on September 10, 2017 in the Flushing neighborhood of the Queens borough of New York City. (Sept. 9, 2017 – Source: Clive Brunskill/Getty Images North America)
Xisca Perello looks on in the stands before the Men’s Singles finals match between Kevin Anderson of South Africa and Rafael Nadal of Spain on Day Fourteen of the 2017 US Open at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center on September 10, 2017 in the Flushing neighborhood of the Queens borough of New York City. (Sept. 9, 2017 – Source: Clive Brunskill/Getty Images North America)
Rafael Nadal of Spain reacts against Kevin Anderson of South Africa during their Men’s Singles finals match on Day Fourteen of the 2017 US Open at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center on September 10, 2017 in the Flushing neighborhood of the Queens borough of New York City. (Sept. 9, 2017 – Source: Matthew Stockman/Getty Images North America)
Rafael Nadal of Spain returns a shot against Kevin Anderson of South Africa during their Men’s Singles finals match on Day Fourteen of the 2017 US Open at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center on September 10, 2017 in the Flushing neighborhood of the Queens borough of New York City. (Sept. 9, 2017 – Source: Matthew Stockman/Getty Images North America)
Spain’s Rafael Nadal serves the ball to South Africa’s Kevin Anderson during their 2017 US Open Men’s Singles final match at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center in New York on September 10, 2017. / AFP PHOTO / Jewel SAMAD
Rafael Nadal of Spain reacts against Kevin Anderson of South Africa during their Men’s Singles finals match on Day Fourteen of the 2017 US Open at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center on September 10, 2017 in the Flushing neighborhood of the Queens borough of New York City. (Sept. 9, 2017 – Source: Clive Brunskill/Getty Images North America)
Rafael Nadal of Spain reacts against Kevin Anderson of South Africa during their Men’s Singles finals match on Day Fourteen of the 2017 US Open at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center on September 10, 2017 in the Flushing neighborhood of the Queens borough of New York City. (Sept. 9, 2017 – Source: Clive Brunskill/Getty Images North America)
Rafael Nadal of Spain reacts against Kevin Anderson of South Africa during their Men’s Singles finals match on Day Fourteen of the 2017 US Open at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center on September 10, 2017 in the Flushing neighborhood of the Queens borough of New York City. (Sept. 9, 2017 – Source: Matthew Stockman/Getty Images North America)
Rafael Nadal of Spain returns a shot against Kevin Anderson of South Africa during their Men’s Singles finals match on Day Fourteen of the 2017 US Open at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center on September 10, 2017 in the Flushing neighborhood of the Queens borough of New York City. (Sept. 9, 2017 – Source: Matthew Stockman/Getty Images North America)
Rafael Nadal of Spain reacts against Kevin Anderson of South Africa during their Men’s Singles finals match on Day Fourteen of the 2017 US Open at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center on September 10, 2017 in the Flushing neighborhood of the Queens borough of New York City. (Sept. 9, 2017 – Source: Matthew Stockman/Getty Images North America)
Nadal’s box watches Rafael Nadal of Spain play against Kevin Anderson of South Africa during the Men’s Singles finals match on Day Fourteen of the 2017 US Open at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center on September 10, 2017 in the Flushing neighborhood of the Queens borough of New York City. (Sept. 9, 2017 – Source: Clive Brunskill/Getty Images North America)
Rafael Nadal of Spain celebrates winning the first set over Kevin Anderson of South Africa during their Men’s Singles finals match on Day Fourteen of the 2017 US Open at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center on September 10, 2017 in the Flushing neighborhood of the Queens borough of New York City. (Sept. 9, 2017 – Source: Matthew Stockman/Getty Images North America)
Rafael Nadal of Spain reacts against Kevin Anderson of South Africa during their Men’s Singles finals match on Day Fourteen of the 2017 US Open at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center on September 10, 2017 in the Flushing neighborhood of the Queens borough of New York City. (Sept. 9, 2017 – Source: Clive Brunskill/Getty Images North America)
Spain’s Rafael Nadal reacts after winning a set against South Africa’s Kevin Anderson during their 2017 US Open Men’s Singles final match at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center in New York on September 10, 2017. / AFP PHOTO / Jewel SAMAD
Spain’s Rafael Nadal reacts after winning a set against South Africa’s Kevin Anderson during their 2017 US Open Men’s Singles final match at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center in New York on September 10, 2017. / AFP PHOTO / Jewel SAMAD
Rafael Nadal of Spain reacts against Kevin Anderson of South Africa during their Men’s Singles finals match on Day Fourteen of the 2017 US Open at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center on September 10, 2017 in the Flushing neighborhood of the Queens borough of New York City. (Sept. 9, 2017 – Source: Elsa/Getty Images North America)
Rafael Nadal of Spain celebrates winning the first set over Kevin Anderson of South Africa during their Men’s Singles finals match on Day Fourteen of the 2017 US Open at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center on September 10, 2017 in the Flushing neighborhood of the Queens borough of New York City. (Sept. 9, 2017 – Source: Clive Brunskill/Getty Images North America)
Rafael Nadal of Spain reacts against Kevin Anderson of South Africa during their Men’s Singles finals match on Day Fourteen of the 2017 US Open at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center on September 10, 2017 in the Flushing neighborhood of the Queens borough of New York City. (Sept. 9, 2017 – Source: Elsa/Getty Images North America)
Rafael Nadal of Spain celebrates defeating Kevin Anderson of South Africa after their Men’s Singles Finals match on Day Fourteen of the 2017 US Open at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center on September 10, 2017 in the Flushing neighborhood of the Queens borough of New York City. Rafael Nadal defeated Kevin Anderson in the third set with a score of 6-3, 6-3, 6-4. (Sept. 9, 2017 – Source: Matthew Stockman/Getty Images North America)
Spain’s Rafael Nadal celebrates after defeating South Africa’s Kevin Anderson during their 2017 US Open Men’s Singles final match at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center in New York on September 10, 2017. .World number one Rafael Nadal won his 16th Grand Slam title and third US Open crown on Sunday by defeating South African 28th seed Kevin Anderson 6-3, 6-3, 6-4. / AFP PHOTO / Jewel SAMAD
Rafael Nadal of Spain celebrates after defeating Kevin Anderson of South Africa during their Men’s Singles finals match on Day Fourteen during the 2017 US Open at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center on September 10, 2017 in the Queens borough of New York City. (Sept. 9, 2017 – Source: Chris Trotman/Getty Images North America)
Rafael Nadal of Spain shakes hands after defeating Kevin Anderson of South Africa after their Men’s Singles Finals match on Day Fourteen of the 2017 US Open at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center on September 10, 2017 in the Flushing neighborhood of the Queens borough of New York City. Rafael Nadal defeated Kevin Anderson in the third set with a score of 6-3, 6-3, 6-4. (Sept. 9, 2017 – Source: Matthew Stockman/Getty Images North America)
Rafael Nadal of Spain celebrates defeating Kevin Anderson of South Africa in their Men’s Singles Finals match on Day Fourteen of the 2017 US Open at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center on September 10, 2017 in the Flushing neighborhood of the Queens borough of New York City. Rafael Nadal defeated Kevin Anderson in the third set with a score of 6-3, 6-3, 6-4. (Sept. 9, 2017 – Source: Matthew Stockman/Getty Images North America)
Rafael Nadal of Spain celebrates defeating Kevin Anderson of South Africa during their Men’s Singles finals match on Day Fourteen of the 2017 US Open at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center on September 10, 2017 in the Flushing neighborhood of the Queens borough of New York City. Rafael Nadal defeated Kevin Anderson in the third set with a score of 6-3, 6-3, 6-4. (Sept. 9, 2017 – Source: Clive Brunskill/Getty Images North America)
Rafael Nadal of Spain celebrates defeating Kevin Anderson of South Africa after their Men’s Singles Finals match on Day Fourteen of the 2017 US Open at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center on September 10, 2017 in the Flushing neighborhood of the Queens borough of New York City. Rafael Nadal defeated Kevin Anderson in the third set with a score of 6-3, 6-3, 6-4. (Sept. 9, 2017 – Source: Clive Brunskill/Getty Images North America)
Spain’s Rafael Nadal celebrates after defeating South Africa’s Kevin Anderson during their 2017 US Open Men’s Singles final match at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center in New York on September 10, 2017. .World number one Rafael Nadal won his 16th Grand Slam title and third US Open crown on Sunday by defeating South African 28th seed Kevin Anderson 6-3, 6-3, 6-4. / AFP PHOTO / Jewel SAMAD
Rafael Nadal of Spain celebrates defeating Kevin Anderson of South Africa in their Men’s Singles Finals match on Day Fourteen of the 2017 US Open at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center on September 10, 2017 in the Flushing neighborhood of the Queens borough of New York City. Rafael Nadal defeated Kevin Anderson in the third set with a score of 6-3, 6-3, 6-4. (Sept. 9, 2017 – Source: Clive Brunskill/Getty Images North America)
Rafael Nadal of Spain celebrates defeating Kevin Anderson of South Africa in their Men’s Singles Finals match on Day Fourteen of the 2017 US Open at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center on September 10, 2017 in the Flushing neighborhood of the Queens borough of New York City. Rafael Nadal defeated Kevin Anderson in the third set with a score of 6-3, 6-3, 6-4. (Sept. 9, 2017 – Source: Matthew Stockman/Getty Images North America)
Rafael Nadal of Spain takes a break after defeating Kevin Anderson of South Africa in their Men’s Singles Finals match on Day Fourteen of the 2017 US Open at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center on September 10, 2017 in the Flushing neighborhood of the Queens borough of New York City. Rafael Nadal defeated Kevin Anderson in the third set with a score of 6-3, 6-3, 6-4. (Sept. 9, 2017 – Source: Abbie Parr/Getty Images North America)
Rafael Nadal of Spain poses during the trophy ceremony after their Men’s Singles Finals match on Day Fourteen of the 2017 US Open at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center on September 10, 2017 in the Flushing neighborhood of the Queens borough of New York City. Rafael Nadal defeated Kevin Anderson in the third set with a score of 6-3, 6-3, 6-4. (Sept. 9, 2017 – Source: Clive Brunskill/Getty Images North America)
Rafael Nadal of Spain poses with the championship trophy during the trophy ceremony after their Men’s Singles Finals match on Day Fourteen of the 2017 US Open at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center on September 10, 2017 in the Flushing neighborhood of the Queens borough of New York City. Rafael Nadal defeated Kevin Anderson in the third set with a score of 6-3, 6-3, 6-4. (Sept. 9, 2017 – Source: Matthew Stockman/Getty Images North America)
Rafael Nadal of Spain poses with the championship trophy during the trophy ceremony after their Men’s Singles Finals match on Day Fourteen of the 2017 US Open at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center on September 10, 2017 in the Flushing neighborhood of the Queens borough of New York City. Rafael Nadal defeated Kevin Anderson in the third set with a score of 6-3, 6-3, 6-4. (Sept. 9, 2017 – Source: Matthew Stockman/Getty Images North America)
Rafael Nadal of Spain poses with the championship trophy during the trophy ceremony after their Men’s Singles Finals match on Day Fourteen of the 2017 US Open at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center on September 10, 2017 in the Flushing neighborhood of the Queens borough of New York City. Rafael Nadal defeated Kevin Anderson in the third set with a score of 6-3, 6-3, 6-4. (Sept. 9, 2017 – Source: Matthew Stockman/Getty Images North America)
Rafael Nadal of Spain poses with the championship trophy during the trophy ceremony after their Men’s Singles Finals match on Day Fourteen of the 2017 US Open at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center on September 10, 2017 in the Flushing neighborhood of the Queens borough of New York City. Rafael Nadal defeated Kevin Anderson in the third set with a score of 6-3, 6-3, 6-4. (Sept. 9, 2017 – Source: Matthew Stockman/Getty Images North America)
Rafael Nadal of Spain poses with the championship trophy during the trophy ceremony after their Men’s Singles Finals match on Day Fourteen of the 2017 US Open at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center on September 10, 2017 in the Flushing neighborhood of the Queens borough of New York City. Rafael Nadal defeated Kevin Anderson in the third set with a score of 6-3, 6-3, 6-4. (Sept. 9, 2017 – Source: Matthew Stockman/Getty Images North America)
Rafael Nadal of Spain poses with the championship trophy during the trophy ceremony after he defeated Kevin Anderson of South Africa in the Men’s Singles Finals match on Day Fourteen of the 2017 US Open at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center on September 10, 2017 in the Flushing neighborhood of the Queens borough of New York City. Rafael Nadal defeated Kevin Anderson in the third set with a score of 6-3, 6-3, 6-4. (Sept. 9, 2017 – Source: Clive Brunskill/Getty Images North America)
Rafael Nadal of Spain poses with the championship trophy during the trophy ceremony after their Men’s Singles Finals match on Day Fourteen of the 2017 US Open at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center on September 10, 2017 in the Flushing neighborhood of the Queens borough of New York City. Rafael Nadal defeated Kevin Anderson in the third set with a score of 6-3, 6-3, 6-4. (Sept. 9, 2017 – Source: Clive Brunskill/Getty Images North America)
Spain’s Rafael Nadal poses with his winning trophy after defeating South Africa’s Kevin Anderson during their 2017 US Open Men’s Singles final match at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center in New York on September 10, 2017..Rafael Nadal raced to a third US Open title and 16th Grand Slam crown on Sunday with a 6-3, 6-3, 6-4 rout of South African giant Kevin Anderson. / AFP PHOTO / Jewel SAMAD
Rafael Nadal of Spain poses with the championship trophy during the trophy ceremony after their Men’s Singles Finals match on Day Fourteen of the 2017 US Open at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center on September 10, 2017 in the Flushing neighborhood of the Queens borough of New York City. Rafael Nadal defeated Kevin Anderson in the third set with a score of 6-3, 6-3, 6-4. (Sept. 9, 2017 – Source: Clive Brunskill/Getty Images North America)
Rafael Nadal of Spain poses with the championship trophy during the trophy ceremony after their Men’s Singles Finals match on Day Fourteen of the 2017 US Open at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center on September 10, 2017 in the Flushing neighborhood of the Queens borough of New York City. Rafael Nadal defeated Kevin Anderson in the third set with a score of 6-3, 6-3, 6-4. (Sept. 9, 2017 – Source: Matthew Stockman/Getty Images North America)
Rafael Nadal of Spain poses with the championship trophy during the trophy ceremony after their Men’s Singles Finals match on Day Fourteen of the 2017 US Open at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center on September 10, 2017 in the Flushing neighborhood of the Queens borough of New York City. Rafael Nadal defeated Kevin Anderson in the third set with a score of 6-3, 6-3, 6-4. (Sept. 9, 2017 – Source: Matthew Stockman/Getty Images North America)
Rafael Nadal of Spain bites the championship trophy during the trophy ceremony after their Men’s Singles Finals match on Day Fourteen of the 2017 US Open at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center on September 10, 2017 in the Flushing neighborhood of the Queens borough of New York City. Rafael Nadal defeated Kevin Anderson in the third set with a score of 6-3, 6-3, 6-4. (Sept. 9, 2017 – Source: Clive Brunskill/Getty Images North America)

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PHOTOS: Rafael Nadal beats Juan Martin del Potro and will face Kevin Anderson in US Open final

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Rafael Nadal will face Kevin Anderson in the final of the US Open after beating Juan Martin del Potro 4-6, 6-1, 6-3, 6-2 in his Flushing Meadows semi-final.

After the match, Rafa said:

It means a lot. It has been an amazing season of course after a couple with injures and troubles you know? To be back here in front of this amazing crowd, on this amazing court and to have the chance to fight for another title is so important to me.

I changed a couple of things after the first set. I was playing too much to his backhand and I knew that I had change and move him more and be more unpredictable. It worked really well and I am very happy.

When the rounds are coming, you know you have won a few matchs and you have confidence and know you are playing well. The last three matches have been very positive and this one was the best.

It will be very tough against Kevin. He has an unbelievable serve and is a great example for the kids in the way he has come back from injury. I have known him since we were 12 so I am very happy for him.”(via BBC)

After losing the first set Rafa came roaring back, winning nine games in a row and chasing down everything.

Our champ improved to 23-3 in Grand Slam semifinals, and he has now won his last four US Open semifinals. He will be bidding to win a third  US Open final on Sunday.

More to follow…

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Rafael Nadal of Spain waves to the crowd prior to his Men’s Singles Semifinal match against Juan Martin del Potro of Argentina on Day Twelve of the 2017 US Open at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center on September 8, 2017 in the Flushing neighborhood of the Queens borough of New York City. (Sept. 7, 2017 – Source: Elsa/Getty Images North America)
Rafael Nadal of Spain waves to the crowd prior to his Men’s Singles Semifinal match against Juan Martin del Potro of Argentina on Day Twelve of the 2017 US Open at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center on September 8, 2017 in the Flushing neighborhood of the Queens borough of New York City. (Sept. 7, 2017 – Source: Elsa/Getty Images North America)
Rafael Nadal of Spain reacts against Juan Martin del Potro of Argentina during their Men’s Singles Semifinal match on Day Twelve of the 2017 US Open at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center on September 8, 2017 in the Flushing neighborhood of the Queens borough of New York City. (Sept. 7, 2017 – Source: Elsa/Getty Images North America)
Rafael Nadal of Spain returns a shot against Juan Martin del Potro of Argentina during their Men’s Singles Semifinal match on Day Twelve of the 2017 US Open at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center on September 8, 2017 in the Flushing neighborhood of the Queens borough of New York City. (Sept. 7, 2017 – Source: Elsa/Getty Images North America)
Rafael Nadal of Spain returns a shot against Juan Martin del Potro of Argentina during their Men’s Singles Semifinal match on Day Twelve of the 2017 US Open at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center on September 8, 2017 in the Flushing neighborhood of the Queens borough of New York City. (Sept. 7, 2017 – Source: Elsa/Getty Images North America)
A detailed view of the sneakers of Rafael Nadal of Spain as he serves against Juan Martin del Potro of Argentina during their Men’s Singles Semifinal match on Day Twelve of the 2017 US Open at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center on September 8, 2017 in the Flushing neighborhood of the Queens borough of New York City. (Sept. 7, 2017 – Source: Elsa/Getty Images North America)
Rafael Nadal of Spain reacts against Juan Martin del Potro of Argentina during their Men’s Singles Semifinal match on Day Twelve of the 2017 US Open at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center on September 8, 2017 in the Flushing neighborhood of the Queens borough of New York City. (Sept. 7, 2017 – Source: Elsa/Getty Images North America)
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Rafael Nadal of Spain reacts against Juan Martin del Potro of Argentina during their Men’s Singles Semifinal match on Day Twelve of the 2017 US Open at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center on September 8, 2017 in the Flushing neighborhood of the Queens borough of New York City. (Sept. 7, 2017 – Source: Elsa/Getty Images North America)
Rafael Nadal of Spain serves against Juan Martin del Potro of Argentina during their Men’s semifinal singles match of the US Open 2017 at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center on September 8, 2017 in New York. / AFP PHOTO / TIMOTHY A. CLARY
Rafael Nadal of Spain celebrates a point in the first set against Juan Martin del Potro of Argentina during their Men’s Singles Semifinal match on Day Twelve of the 2017 US Open at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center on September 8, 2017 in the Flushing neighborhood of the Queens borough of New York City. (Sept. 7, 2017 – Source: Elsa/Getty Images North America)
Rafael Nadal of Spain celebrates a point in the first set against Juan Martin del Potro of Argentina during their Men’s Singles Semifinal match on Day Twelve of the 2017 US Open at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center on September 8, 2017 in the Flushing neighborhood of the Queens borough of New York City. (Sept. 7, 2017 – Source: Elsa/Getty Images North America)
Rafael Nadal of Spain returns a shot against Juan Martin del Potro of Argentina during their Men’s Singles Semifinal match on Day Twelve of the 2017 US Open at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center on September 8, 2017 in the Flushing neighborhood of the Queens borough of New York City. (Sept. 7, 2017 – Source: Elsa/Getty Images North America)
Rafael Nadal of Spain celebrates a point in the first set against Juan Martin del Potro of Argentina during their Men’s Singles Semifinal match on Day Twelve of the 2017 US Open at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center on September 8, 2017 in the Flushing neighborhood of the Queens borough of New York City. (Sept. 7, 2017 – Source: Al Bello/Getty Images North America)
Rafael Nadal of Spain serves against Juan Martin del Potro of Argentina during their Men’s Singles Semifinal match on Day Twelve of the 2017 US Open at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center on September 8, 2017 in the Flushing neighborhood of the Queens borough of New York City. (Sept. 7, 2017 – Source: Al Bello/Getty Images North America)
Rafael Nadal of Spain reacts after a shot against Juan Martin del Potro of Argentina during their Men’s Singles Semifinal match on Day Twelve of the 2017 US Open at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center on September 8, 2017 in the Flushing neighborhood of the Queens borough of New York City. (Sept. 7, 2017 – Source: Elsa/Getty Images North America)
Rafael Nadal of Spain reacts against Juan Martin del Potro of Argentina during their Men’s Singles Semifinal match on Day Twelve of the 2017 US Open at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center on September 8, 2017 in the Flushing neighborhood of the Queens borough of New York City. (Sept. 7, 2017 – Source: Elsa/Getty Images North America)
Rafael Nadal of Spain reacts after a shot against Juan Martin del Potro of Argentina during their Men’s Singles Semifinal match on Day Twelve of the 2017 US Open at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center on September 8, 2017 in the Flushing neighborhood of the Queens borough of New York City. (Sept. 7, 2017 – Source: Matthew Stockman/Getty Images North America)
Rafael Nadal of Spain wipes his face during a break against Juan Martin del Potro of Argentina in their Men’s Singles Semifinal match on Day Twelve of the 2017 US Open at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center on September 8, 2017 in the Flushing neighborhood of the Queens borough of New York City. (Sept. 7, 2017 – Source: Clive Brunskill/Getty Images North America)
A detailed view of the wrapped fingers of Rafael Nadal of Spain as he serves against Juan Martin del Potro of Argentina during their Men’s Singles Semifinal match on Day Twelve of the 2017 US Open at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center on September 8, 2017 in the Flushing neighborhood of the Queens borough of New York City. (Sept. 7, 2017 – Source: Clive Brunskill/Getty Images North America)
A detailed view of the sneakers of Rafael Nadal of Spain as he serves against Juan Martin del Potro of Argentina during their Men’s Singles Semifinal match on Day Twelve of the 2017 US Open at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center on September 8, 2017 in the Flushing neighborhood of the Queens borough of New York City. (Sept. 7, 2017 – Source: Clive Brunskill/Getty Images North America)
Rafael Nadal of Spain celebrates after winning the third set against Juan Martin del Potro of Argentina during their Men’s Singles Semifinal match on Day Twelve of the 2017 US Open at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center on September 8, 2017 in the Flushing neighborhood of the Queens borough of New York City. (Sept. 7, 2017 – Source: Clive Brunskill/Getty Images North America)
Rafael Nadal of Spain celebrates a point against Juan Martin del Potro of Argentina during their Men’s Singles Semifinal match on Day Twelve of the 2017 US Open at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center on September 8, 2017 in the Flushing neighborhood of the Queens borough of New York City. (Sept. 7, 2017 – Source: Abbie Parr/Getty Images North America)
Rafael Nadal of Spain celebrates after winning the third set against Juan Martin del Potro of Argentina during their Men’s Singles Semifinal match on Day Twelve of the 2017 US Open at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center on September 8, 2017 in the Flushing neighborhood of the Queens borough of New York City. (Sept. 7, 2017 – Source: Clive Brunskill/Getty Images North America)
Rafael Nadal of Spain reacts on court against Juan Martin del Potro of Argentina during their Men’s semifinal singles match of the US Open 2017 at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center on September 8, 2017 in New York. / AFP PHOTO / TIMOTHY A. CLARY
Rafael Nadal of Spain reacts against Juan Martin del Potro of Argentina during their Men’s Singles Semifinal match on Day Twelve of the 2017 US Open at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center on September 8, 2017 in the Flushing neighborhood of the Queens borough of New York City. (Sept. 7, 2017 – Source: Clive Brunskill/Getty Images North America)
Rafael Nadal of Spain celebrates after defeating Juan Martin del Potro of Argentina in their Men’s Singles Semifinal match on Day Twelve of the 2017 US Open at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center on September 8, 2017 in the Flushing neighborhood of the Queens borough of New York City. Rafael Nadal defeated Juan Martin del Potro in the fourth set with a score of 4-6, 6-0, 6-3, 6-2. (Sept. 7, 2017 – Source: Clive Brunskill/Getty Images North America)
Rafael Nadal of Spain celebrates after defeating Juan Martin del Potro of Argentina in their Men’s Singles Semifinal match on Day Twelve of the 2017 US Open at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center on September 8, 2017 in the Flushing neighborhood of the Queens borough of New York City. Rafael Nadal defeated Juan Martin del Potro in the fourth set with a score of 4-6, 6-0, 6-3, 6-2. (Sept. 7, 2017 – Source: Elsa/Getty Images North America)
Rafael Nadal of Spain celebrates after defeating Juan Martin del Potro of Argentina in their Men’s Singles Semifinal match on Day Twelve of the 2017 US Open at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center on September 8, 2017 in the Flushing neighborhood of the Queens borough of New York City. Rafael Nadal defeated Juan Martin del Potro in the fourth set with a score of 4-6, 6-0, 6-3, 6-2. (Sept. 7, 2017 – Source: Al Bello/Getty Images North America)
Rafael Nadal of Spain celebrates after defeating Juan Martin del Potro of Argentina in their Men’s Singles Semifinal match on Day Twelve during the 2017 US Open at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center on September 8, 2017 in the Queens borough of New York City. (Sept. 7, 2017 – Source: Chris Trotman/Getty Images North America)
(L-R) Rafael Nadal of Spain shakes hands with Juan Martin del Potro of Argentina after their Men’s Singles Semifinal match on Day Twelve of the 2017 US Open at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center on September 8, 2017 in the Flushing neighborhood of the Queens borough of New York City. Rafael Nadal defeated Juan Martin del Potro in the fourth set with a score of 4-6, 6-0, 6-3, 6-2. (Sept. 7, 2017 – Source: Elsa/Getty Images North America)
The victor Rafael Nadal of Spain (L) meets Argentina’s Juan Martin del Potro at the net following their 2017 US Open Men’s Singles Semifinals match at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center in New York on September 8, 2017. .World number one Rafael Nadal powered into his 23rd career Grand Slam final on Friday, routing Argentina’s 24th-seeded Juan Martin del Potro 4-6, 6-0, 6-3, 6-2 at the US Open. / AFP PHOTO / TIMOTHY A. CLARY
(L-R) Rafael Nadal of Spain hugs Juan Martin del Potro of Argentina after their Men’s Singles Semifinal match on Day Twelve of the 2017 US Open at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center on September 8, 2017 in the Flushing neighborhood of the Queens borough of New York City. Rafael Nadal defeated Juan Martin del Potro in the fourth set with a score of 4-6, 6-0, 6-3, 6-2. (Sept. 7, 2017 – Source: Al Bello/Getty Images North America)
Rafael Nadal of Spain celebrates after defeating Juan Martin del Potro of Argentina in their Men’s Singles Semifinal match on Day Twelve of the 2017 US Open at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center on September 8, 2017 in the Flushing neighborhood of the Queens borough of New York City. Rafael Nadal defeated Juan Martin del Potro in the fourth set with a score of 4-6, 6-0, 6-3, 6-2. (Sept. 7, 2017 – Source: Clive Brunskill/Getty Images North America)
Rafael Nadal of Spain celebrates after defeating Juan Martin del Potro of Argentina in their Men’s Singles Semifinal match on Day Twelve of the 2017 US Open at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center on September 8, 2017 in the Flushing neighborhood of the Queens borough of New York City. Rafael Nadal defeated Juan Martin del Potro in the fourth set with a score of 4-6, 6-0, 6-3, 6-2. (Sept. 7, 2017 – Source: Al Bello/Getty Images North America)
Rafael Nadal of Spain celebrates after defeating Juan Martin del Potro of Argentina in their Men’s Singles Semifinal match on Day Twelve of the 2017 US Open at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center on September 8, 2017 in the Flushing neighborhood of the Queens borough of New York City. Rafael Nadal defeated Juan Martin del Potro in the fourth set with a score of 4-6, 6-0, 6-3, 6-2. (Sept. 7, 2017 – Source: Abbie Parr/Getty Images North America)
Rafael Nadal of Spain celebrates after defeating Juan Martin del Potro of Argentina in their Men’s Singles Semifinal match on Day Twelve of the 2017 US Open at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center on September 8, 2017 in the Flushing neighborhood of the Queens borough of New York City. Rafael Nadal defeated Juan Martin del Potro in the fourth set with a score of 4-6, 6-0, 6-3, 6-2. (Sept. 7, 2017 – Source: Al Bello/Getty Images North America)
Rafael Nadal of Spain celebrates after defeating Juan Martin del Potro of Argentina in their Men’s Singles Semifinal match on Day Twelve of the 2017 US Open at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center on September 8, 2017 in the Flushing neighborhood of the Queens borough of New York City. Rafael Nadal defeated Juan Martin del Potro in the fourth set with a score of 4-6, 6-0, 6-3, 6-2. (Sept. 7, 2017 – Source: Al Bello/Getty Images North America)
Rafael Nadal of Spain celebrates after defeating Juan Martin del Potro of Argentina in their Men’s Singles Semifinal match on Day Twelve of the 2017 US Open at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center on September 8, 2017 in the Flushing neighborhood of the Queens borough of New York City. Rafael Nadal defeated Juan Martin del Potro in the fourth set with a score of 4-6, 6-0, 6-3, 6-2. (Sept. 7, 2017 – Source: Matthew Stockman/Getty Images North America)
Rafael Nadal of Spain celebrates after defeating Juan Martin del Potro of Argentina in their Men’s Singles Semifinal match on Day Twelve of the 2017 US Open at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center on September 8, 2017 in the Flushing neighborhood of the Queens borough of New York City. Rafael Nadal defeated Juan Martin del Potro in the fourth set with a score of 4-6, 6-0, 6-3, 6-2. (Sept. 7, 2017 – Source: Elsa/Getty Images North America)
Rafael Nadal of Spain celebrates after defeating Juan Martin del Potro of Argentina in their Men’s Singles Semifinal match on Day Twelve of the 2017 US Open at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center on September 8, 2017 in the Flushing neighborhood of the Queens borough of New York City. Rafael Nadal defeated Juan Martin del Potro in the fourth set with a score of 4-6, 6-0, 6-3, 6-2. (Sept. 7, 2017 – Source: Matthew Stockman/Getty Images North America)
Rafael Nadal of Spain celebrates after defeating Juan Martin del Potro of Argentina in their Men’s Singles Semifinal match on Day Twelve of the 2017 US Open at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center on September 8, 2017 in the Flushing neighborhood of the Queens borough of New York City. Rafael Nadal defeated Juan Martin del Potro in the fourth set with a score of 4-6, 6-0, 6-3, 6-2. (Sept. 7, 2017 – Source: Elsa/Getty Images North America)
Rafael Nadal of Spain celebrates after defeating Juan Martin del Potro of Argentina in their Men’s Singles Semifinal match on Day Twelve of the 2017 US Open at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center on September 8, 2017 in the Flushing neighborhood of the Queens borough of New York City. Rafael Nadal defeated Juan Martin del Potro in the fourth set with a score of 4-6, 6-0, 6-3, 6-2. (Sept. 7, 2017 – Source: Elsa/Getty Images North America)
Rafael Nadal of Spain celebrates after defeating Juan Martin del Potro of Argentina in their Men’s Singles Semifinal match on Day Twelve of the 2017 US Open at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center on September 8, 2017 in the Flushing neighborhood of the Queens borough of New York City. Rafael Nadal defeated Juan Martin del Potro in the fourth set with a score of 4-6, 6-0, 6-3, 6-2. (Sept. 7, 2017 – Source: Elsa/Getty Images North America)
Rafael Nadal of Spain celebrates after defeating Juan Martin del Potro of Argentina in their Men’s Singles Semifinal match on Day Twelve of the 2017 US Open at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center on September 8, 2017 in the Flushing neighborhood of the Queens borough of New York City. Rafael Nadal defeated Juan Martin del Potro in the fourth set with a score of 4-6, 6-0, 6-3, 6-2. (Sept. 7, 2017 – Source: Elsa/Getty Images North America)